sAme sAme Brisbane

Tucked into Ada Lane, sAme sAme channels serious *sanuk*—that Thai ethos of playful, vibrant energy—right in the heart of the Valley. Kitchen industry folks and James Street regulars pack the house for the open-fire spectacle and unapologetically punchy Southeast Asian flavors. Think rich Lon of Crab, fiery Panang curry, and a Wagyu Pad See Ew boasting undeniable *wok hei*. The dining room? Electric, loud, and heavily stylized. Snag a window seat. Order a sharp, inventive cocktail or a sommelier-suggested Grenache. Plant-based eaters aren't an afterthought here—the dedicated vegan banquet and those legendary tofu dumplings pull just as much weight as the meat dishes. Service ebbs and flows when the floor is slammed, but the personalized touches and generous, flavor-bomb plates keep the reservation book completely full.